Independence of the SeasLifestyles Cruise® Caribbean Takeover Cruise

BLISS Charters and Lifestyles Cruise® proudly announces the return of the INDEPENDENCE OF THE SEAS for the November 2018 cruise charter! Back by popular demand no less. The couples who previously cruised on the Independence of the Seas really missed the Promenade. The Promenade is a very open section in the center of the ship that very much appears like a retail shopping mall in the French Quarter. Retail stores. restaurants, bars, pubs and a Starbucks-like cafe. But what a social mecca. The Promenade is where everyone hangs out at night after dinner to watch the exciting aerial shows and mingle around socializing with other couples. And don't forget the Promenade cabins. These are "Inside Cabins" that have a window facing into the Promenade area. You can see everything that is happening below .. and everyone below can see everything you are doing above.

The Independence of the Seas has been newly renovated and upgraded with many new cabins, including what we call the "Panoramic Cabins" positioned in a curve around the front of the ship in lieu of rectangles all in a row. This cabin configuration is very new for cruise ships. The Independence has many huge suites, and exquisite cabins, complete with butler service and ready to spoil you to no end. The ship is amazing, as you will never be without something to do. Each floor has a monitor that shows you exactly where you are and all of the events that are happening all over the decks, night clubs, show rooms and play rooms.

If you enjoy the land based, lifestyle-friendly resorts, you will really love the allure and excitement of a 5-Star cruise ship hosting your vacation. There will be thousands of other like minded people on this ship, just waiting to meet with you and the better half for a fun-filled seven nights at sea and exciting ports of call. The fun and action just never seems to stop. Beginning with the night before the cruise at the hotel Meet & Greet party, all the way through seven nights out on the ocean with nightly theme parties and late night clubs, this will be a vacation you will soon not forget.

As usual, Lifestyles Cruises have the largest play rooms on the oceans. Converted and ready for action by the after dinner hours, the Independence playrooms can accommodate about two hundred people at a time, and consistently manned by efficient and friendly host couples ready to help you find a spot and provide new linens.

THE EARLY BIRD GETS THE WORM as they say. Any couple that reserves their cabin in the "Early Bird Promotion" days will receive a FREE HOTEL ROOM the night before, also enjoying a FREE Meet & Greet Party to meet and socialize with new friends. Just entry the PROMO CODE of "FREEHOTEL" when you book your cabin. Don't wait until all the best cabins are taken. Get a deposit on the cabin of your choice.

The world-class food and décor in the main dining rooms makes them the perfect choice for groups both large and small. From heavenly entrees to delectable desserts-and dining options to suit a range of vacationing needs- this is fine dining that everyone can enjoy.

Our Traditional Dining option allows you to preselect your ideal dining time for the length of your cruise vacation. It's the perfect way to relax and enjoy your cruise vacation as you like-at the spa, in the pool, or on an exciting shore adventure-and know you'll always have a reserved time and table waiting for you in our main dining room. With our Traditional Dining service you will be assigned a dinner table for our main or second seating for the duration of the cruise based on your preferred seating time and availability.

Menu - Menus feature VitalityTM items, which are lower in fat, as well as vegetarian options. Kosher meals are also available if arranged in advance. Menus change daily throughout your cruise and can vary from ship to ship. We also modify dishes seasonally to use the freshest ingredients available.

Dress Suggestion - During the day, casual clothes are fine for the main dining room. In the evening, there are three distinct types of dress onboard: casual, smart casual and formal.

The number of smart casual and formal nights is at the ship's discretion, the general guide for evening dress is as follows:

7-Night

Casual - 4

Smart Casual - 1

Formal - 2

During the day, casual clothes are fine for the main dining room. In the evening, there are three distinct types of dress onboard: casual, smart casual and formal. Bare feet or bathing suits are not allowed at any time in the dining room and shorts are not permitted at dinner. Each ship also offers a variety of casual dining options, for example, the Windjammer Café.

Serving

Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Lunch: Noon - 2:00 p.m.

Dinner: Main Seating 6:15 p.m., Second Seating 8:30 p.m.

Please note: Opening and closing times vary by ship.

Reservations - When you make your reservation, you will be assigned a dinner table for the duration of the cruise based on your preferred seating time and availability. We will make every effort to accommodate requests to sit with friends or to change your table assignment whenever possible. There is open seating during breakfast and lunch.

Costs - All meals (including coffee, tea, water, iced tea or lemonade) in the main dining room are included in the price of your cruise. Specialty beverages, beer, wine and soda are offered at current bar menu prices.

Hours - Hours listed may vary according to the ship and itinerary, so be sure to check your Cruise Compass and Daily Planner.

The multi-level Royal Promenade is the heart of our ships - and the best spot for people watching. Pick a table with a view at Café Promenade, serving Starbucks or illy coffee, snacks, pastries and sandwiches throughout the day and into the night - so you can enjoy the action when you please.

Room Service

Maybe you want to sleep in or just spend a night relaxing in your stateroom; either way, you still have to eat. That's why we offer room service to all our guests for breakfast, lunch and dinner, 24 hours a day (late night service charge applies). So go ahead and have breakfast in bed or enjoy a sweet temptation dessert on your balcony. After all, you're on vacation.

Menu - The room service menu can be found in the Cruise Services Directory in your stateroom and offers selections for all meals and light snacks.

Where You'll Find It - Room service is offered on every ship in our fleet.

Dress Suggestion - Anything from pajamas to tuxedos - it's up to you.

Serving - Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner: 24 hours a day

Costs - All meals (including coffee, tea, water, iced tea or lemonade) delivered by room service are included in the price of your cruise (however a late night service charge applies). Specialty beverages, beer, wine and soda are offered at current bar menu prices.

Hours - Hours listed may vary according to the ship and itinerary, so be sure to check your Cruise Compass and Daily Planner.

Daily Themes

The special entertainment and activities have not been announced for this cruise as of November 11, 2016. You can count on sexually oriented nightly themed parties, energy-charged daily sponsored pool parties full of music, contests, dancing, and a lot of giveaways from cruise sponsors.

As of June 1, 2010, per the US State department, all United States citizens now NEED A PASSPORT to return to the United States following a cruise. To avoid problems, the cruise line will not allow you to embark without a valid passport! Don't try it because there are no refunds if you are not allowed to board the ship.

This is a November 2015 cruise, so you have plenty of time to apply for your United States passport, or update your non-US Passport. Non-US citizens are responsible to verify if you will need a Visa for your specific nationality.

All dining and stateroom gratuities are included in your additional charges fees. This eliminates all of the envelope gratuities payments from past cruise experiences. Alcoholic beverages, soda, and coffee drinks are not included in the gratuities, therefore Century Cruises will automatically add 15% to each of your individual bar tabs.

Additional tips are always welcome for the crew members that go the extra mile for you, especially your bartenders and room stewards.

This is considered an OFF PREMISE VACATION PARTY. We want you to clearly understand the terms to which we have agreed with the cruise line to bring you this unique Lifestyles Cruise® Experience. Our hope is to continue to offer Lifestyles Cruise® charters, and with your help in adhering to the rules listed below:

Nudity will be allowed at all pool areas and spa tubs while you are on board the ship. Nudity is not allowed in any food area except the pool deck snack bars. (when docked at a port, clothing is required)

NO SEX in front of cruise line employees! This includes the hundreds of cameras around the ship!

Discretion should be exercised with public displays of affection (PDA's) Security will be strong at this event. You will be removed from the ship at the next port if you are caught having any sex in public areas! This is very embarrassing, so please don''t break the rules. Dedicated "Play Rooms"and your stateroom should be used for sexual activity.

The Playrooms will be open every day with set times to be announced.

Special Themed lifestyle parties will be provided at which nudity will be allowed, and one topless nightclub.

We always recommend safe sexual practices. Condoms will be available for purchase on the ship.

Please properly dispose of any used safe sex products in TRASH CANS when using playrooms. Also DO NOT flush anything down the toilets that did not come from your body or the ship supplied toilet paper. Anything else will jamb up the vacuum toilet system and your neighbors will not like you much!

Sexually explicit games are fun, just remember there are limits to how far you can take it when in public and being watched by the security cameras. We want you to have fun, just use discretion so we are allowed back next year.

For the comfort of the cruises staff, all cabin doors must be closed.

Under no circumstances is the ship's crew allowed to fraternize with the passengers. This is grounds for immediate dismissal of the crew member.

Please treat all areas with respect, just as you would in a hotel, any other public space, or even your own home.

Additional charges that will be added at time of full payment are included in your quote/invoice . This mandatory payment is for Celebrity Cruises to cover government fees, entertainment, enhanced security and gratuities for the dining and stateroom staff. This can and is subject to change based on increasing fuel charges.